Slidell Arts Evening entertainment, artist lineup announced

Slidell's 20th annual Arts Evening will be held March 22 from 5 to 9 p.m. in Olde Towne Slidell. Admission is free to this event, one of the largest and most celebrated cultural festivals on the north shore.

City of Slidell website

“This is one of Olde Towne’s most popular nights,” said Mayor Freddy Drennan. “It’s a great event for friends and family and a wonderful showcase of our talented artists and musicians. Please come on out, enjoy some great food and drinks and support our local artists and businesses. Come see what Olde Towne Slidell has to offer.”

The works of more than 100 artists and arts organizations will be on display at 38 locations throughout Olde Towne. Music lovers will enjoy 17 different bands that will be performing. From rock ‘n’ roll to jazz, Cajun to country, there’s something for everyone. Be sure to stay late and enjoy some great entertainment at our Arts Evening After Hours locations.

In addition to fantastic art work and entertainment, there will be antique and boutique shopping, casual and fine dining and a variety of delectable fare from participating Arts Evening restaurants Christopher’s on Carey, KY’s Olde Towne Bicycle Shop, Old Town Soda Shop, Restaurant Coté, Sunrise on Second Street, Tacos and Beer and Terry Lynn’s Café and Creative Catering. Art patrons who want to spend every moment exploring all of the artwork in Olde Towne businesses will also appreciate the Arts Evening on the Go dining options available at participating restaurants.

Artists and entertainers will be featured from 5 to 9 p.m. at these Olde Towne locations:

“A Fair to Remember: Joshua Mann Pailet’s 1984 World’s Fair Photographs, from the New Orleans Museum of Art” - Visitors to the Slidell Cultural Center will be invited to paddle down memory river and celebrate the 30th anniversary of the 1984 New Orleans World’s Fair. The exhibit opens on March 22 during Arts Evening, and will feature Joshua Mann Pailet’s black and white photography, fair memorabilia and community photos taken at the ’84 World’s Fair.

In the event of inclement weather, Arts Evening will be held on March 23. Check the city’s website for the latest information. Updates on all city news and events are available on the official “City of Slidell, Louisiana – Municipal News” Facebook page and the “City of Slidell, LA” Twitter page. A decision regarding event cancellation will be made by 1 p.m. on the day of the event.